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"Since trash is a concrete example of pollution, something that students can easily see and relate to, it is an excellent starting point to learn about pollution of any kind." -- from: Talking Trash: A human problem with human solutions (2020), On how early learning about trash pollution was a gateway for students to start thinking about how to reduce their environmental impact.
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The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8 & The Kindergarten Program
Environmental Education: Scope and Sequence of Expectations (2017)
ONLINE and IN PRINT on Floor 1, Ministry of Education Collection, GE 70.O673 2017
The School Garden Curriculum by
Sow the seeds of science and wonder and inspire the next generation of Earth stewards The School Garden Curriculum offers a unique and comprehensive framework, enabling students to grow their knowledge throughout the school year and build on it from kindergarten to eighth grade. From seasonal garden activities to inquiry projects and science-skill building, children will develop organic gardening solutions, a positive land ethic, systems thinking, and instincts for ecological stewardship. The world needs young people to grow into strong, scientifically literate environmental stewards. Learning gardens are great places to build this knowledge, yet until now there has been a lack of a multi-grade curriculum for school-wide teaching aimed at fostering a connection with the Earth. The book offers: A complete K-8 school-wide framework Over 200 engaging, weekly lesson plans - ready to share Place-based activities, immersive learning, and hands-on activities Integration of science, critical thinking, permaculture, and life skills Links to Next Generation Science Standards Further resources and information sources. A model and guide for all educators, The School Garden Curriculum is the complete package for any school wishing to use ecosystem perspectives, science, and permaculture to connect children to positive land ethics, personal responsibility, and wonder, while building vital lifelong skills.
Natural Curiosity 2nd Edition : A Resource for Educators : The Importance of Indigenous Perspectives in Children's Environmental Inquiry ; 2nd edition by
First edition was written by Lorraine Chiarotto.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 275-284)
